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GA SB466Local Board of Education; install key boxes at each school building in locations determined in collaboration with local law enforcement and emergency management agencies; require
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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 27 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to loitering at or disrupting schools, so as to require the local board of education or other governing body of each public and private elementary and secondary school in this state to install key boxes at each school building in locations determined in collaboration with local law enforcement and emergency management agencies, contingent upon funding; to provide for the purpose, content, and minimum standards of such key boxes; to provide for policies and procedures; to provide for immunity from civil liability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill requires local boards of education and other governing bodies of public and private elementary and secondary schools in Georgia to install at least one exterior key box at each school building, provided that funding is available. These key boxes, which must meet Underwriters Laboratories Standard 1037, will be placed in locations determined in collaboration with local law enforcement and emergency management agencies to allow for emergency access. The key boxes will contain necessary keys and access devices for all buildings and rooms on school grounds. Schools will also need to establish policies and procedures for implementing this requirement. Importantly, schools, their governing bodies, and their employees will be protected from civil liability for damages related to the installation and use of these key boxes, unless an employee acted with gross negligence or bad faith.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 02/06/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72914 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/241678 |
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